ARMATAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

ARMATAGE ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Minneapolis Public School District school district, located in MINNEAPOLIS, MN with about 610 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, ARMATAGE ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

ARMATAGE ELEMENTARY, located in the Armatage neighborhood of Southwest Minneapolis, is a neighborhood school within the Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) district. It serves students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade and is well-regarded for its strong connection to the local community. The school emphasizes a comprehensive academic curriculum while fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes student growth, social-emotional learning, and academic achievement.

As part of the MPS system, Armatage benefits from district-wide resources and a structured approach to education that focuses on equity and inclusion. The school is known for its active parent and community involvement, which contributes to a collaborative atmosphere. Families choosing Armatage can expect a focus on preparing students for middle school through a blend of traditional classroom instruction and enrichment opportunities, all situated within a traditional neighborhood school setting.

For more information, contact ARMATAGE ELEMENTARY at (612) 668-3180 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2501 W 56TH STREET
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55410-8888
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ARMATAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MINNEAPOLIS, MN with about 610 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Minnesota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
Total Students:
610
Teachers:
34.05
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 610 students

White
65.7%
Black or African American
19.2%
Two or more races
5.9%
Hispanic/Latino
5.4%
Asian
3.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%

Female
48.9%
Male
51.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.